Goodwill - Westbrook, ME
posted 3 months ago
Goodwill Northern New England is seeking Community Support Specialists (CSS) to join our LifeWorks Day Program in Westbrook, Maine. This role is essential in providing skills training to participants, focusing on independent living, work readiness, relationship building, self-advocacy, and health. As a CSS, you will engage with participants in various activities, such as coordinating arts and crafts, teaching coping skills, assisting with cooking, and empowering individuals to become more independent. Your work will make a significant positive impact on the lives of those you support, helping them to thrive and achieve their personal goals. In this position, you will be responsible for implementing service plans that include hands-on support and direct teaching in critical areas such as interpersonal skills, financial management, personal care, and access to community services. You will also be tasked with moderating verbal or emotional incidents using intervention techniques that prioritize the dignity and safety of the service recipients. Documentation is a key part of the role, and you will be required to complete all necessary paperwork in accordance with program standards while maintaining all required certifications. As a representative of Goodwill, you will interact with other community members and the public, supporting our vision of creating sustainable communities through the full participation of diverse residents. This role also aligns with our organizational commitment to integrating social, economic, and environmental goals into our planning and actions, ensuring that we achieve triple bottom line results.